How you can break the cycle of politeness and stand your groundDon’t let these double standards stunt your professional growth
| Live & On-Demand Break the Niceness Cycle: Assertive Communication Strategies for Women Wednesday, February 3rd, 2021 at 1:00 PM (ET) Too many women avoid being assertive at work for fear of being labeled "aggressive" - or worse. Sometimes that means staying silent in meetings even if they have a valuable contribution to make. Sometimes they end up prioritizing other people's needs over their own. And ultimately, these people-pleasing tendencies end up holding them back. This training will help professional women honor their opinions, ideas, and contributions. We’ll walk through common dilemmas that women run into in the workplace and offer practical advice for handling them. Join us and walk away ready to stand your ground, display your talents and contributions, and claim your space in the workplace. We’ll discuss: Diplomatic ways to say “no” Strategies for respectfully disagreeing with colleagues Alternatives to words and phrases that sound indecisive In-person and virtual-meeting practices that project self-assuredness And more! | |